Kona - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Kona is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Thuapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kona is 425347. The village covers a total geographical area of 143 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Kona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kona
As per Census 2011, Kona village has a total population of 121 people, consisting of 62 males and 59 females. The village has 28 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3 literate and 118 illiterate residents. Additionally, 112 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 121 | 62 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 112 | 57 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 118 | 60 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Kona
Kona is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kona
Public transport in the Kona is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kona.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Kona is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kona is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kona village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kona
Where is Kona located?
Kona village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kona?
The Gram Panchayat of Kona is Thuapada.
What is the pincode of Kona?
The pincode of Kona is 765019.
What is the population of Kona?
Kona has a total population of 121, including 62 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Kona?
There are 28 households in Kona.
What is the literacy rate in Kona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kona is 2.48%. Male literacy is 3.23% and female literacy is 1.69%.